Manufacturing is always driving new advances. Since the Industrial Revolution, the industry has found ways to reinvent itself. This is still the case today. While your own manufacturing plant may not be without conveyor belt systems or other common equipment, the latest trends in the manufacturing process bring some new adjustments and upgrades that you may want to consider. So if you’re looking for ways to increase your company’s output, whether it’s from a cost-benefit standpoint, the ability to produce additional materials in the same amount of time, or you just want to gain more control over your business, these are some of the quality trends you’ll need to consider for manufacturing in 2023.
A smarter world
Manufacturing facilities have seen vibrating disc feeders slowly integrated into the production process. Until recently, however, iot devices were too expensive for small and medium-sized businesses. Now more than ever, smart technology can improve your production. Whether it’s reducing waste or spotting problems in conveyor lines before a catastrophic event occurs, smart devices can save you hundreds of thousands of dollars each year.
Many smart devices are equipped with specialized monitoring devices that allow you to perform deeper, more real-time analysis of your business situation. Regardless of the industry, knowledge is crucial, and the more information you have about your business and what’s going on, the better off you’ll be.
One of the best pieces of advice for any small to medium business vibrating disc feeder equipment is not necessarily to upgrade everything at once (this can still prove expensive). On the contrary, if there is equipment or part of the equipment or part of the vibrating tray conveyor system that is slowing down and needs to be replaced, consider replacing the worn part with an upgraded smart version. This way, you can spread the cost of the upgrade over a period of time.
Reduce the workforce
Some new trends have come directly out of the pandemic. One of those trends is the need to keep up with demand while having fewer workers on hand. After many businesses across the country (and around the world) were forced to close, not everyone went back to work. It probably won’t change soon. As a result, almost every industry has been forced to find ways to meet production demands while having fewer employees on hand. This is not just about paying existing employees overtime until new employees are trained. There is a need to simply find alternatives for workers. This is important for business owners everywhere, whether it means relying more on machines or poring over production to find something that can be simplified. Staffing shortages will not change quickly, so adaptation is necessary.
Improved Security
This is directly related to previous trends. While employee safety has long been a carefully considered issue for most businesses, it is even more so now. With reduced headcount and the potential for future outbreaks to impact production, there is a need to improve employee safety in manufacturing facilities. Whether that means upgrading personal protective equipment, further separating workers from each other so that multiple workers are less likely to get sick at the same time, or expanding insurance coverage, improving safety is a necessary trend that will take off in 2022. It also helps companies look more attractive to potential employees, which is a key option for getting employees back into the market.
Consider the supply chain
When the pandemic hit, international supply chains completely collapsed. Companies that rely on overseas parts have been forced to wait months or longer for vital parts to arrive. The auto industry itself has to put tens of thousands of vehicles in production batches, all because there are no microchips to fit into them. This has taken a huge toll on the industry. Now, companies are looking for ways to shore up their supply chains. Whether that means working with domestic suppliers or producing the necessary materials yourself, it’s important to think about the supply chain and how your business can avoid the supply chain crisis that hit last year.
Focus on the Earth
The push toward carbon neutrality continues not only for green-thinking companies, but also because local and municipal governments are tightening the screws on greenhouse gas production. Over time, these screws will only be tightened, so if you haven’t already jumped on the carbon-neutral bandwagon, now is the time. Most importantly, it’s great publicity for your business and you can get some tax rebates for your company at the same time. These rebates and positive news cover any possible costs of reducing emissions.
Various upgrades can be made to the production process to help any company reduce its carbon footprint. However, every business is different, so it is important to conduct a full carbon emissions audit to determine what needs to be changed and what kind of upgrades can be most helpful.